1981 Suzuki Alto vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 776 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Suzuki Alto | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Alto | Forester |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2530 mm |
